Are Emotions, Fundamentally, Just a Form of Manipulation?
"The next time you feel angry at a friend who has let you down, or grateful toward one whose generosity has surprised you, consider this: you may really be bargaining for better treatment from that person in the future. According to a controversial new theory, our emotions have evolved as tools to manipulate others into cooperating with us." New Scientist 07/28/10

Posted July 29, 2010 09:43 PM